Prostate cancer is a significant health concern affecting men worldwide. As the search for effective treatment options continues, Chinese herbal medicine offers a holistic approach that has been utilized for centuries. In this blog, we will explore the potential of Chinese herbal medicine in prostate cancer treatment and its unique contributions to the field of oncology. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Perspective: Chinese herbal medicine is an integral part of Traditional Chinese Medicine, which takes a holistic view of health and emphasizes balance and harmony within the body. According t ..read more

NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) has just issued a draft recommendation (August 2020) advising GPs not to prescribe common painkillers – including paracetamol and ibuprofen – for patients suffering from chronic pain not caused by an injury or other medical condition. Rather, NICE recommends acupuncture as a key non-pharmacological therapy for chronic pain (1). ??? ???? ?? ??????? ????? ??? ??? ??? ??????????? ????????? ????? Chronic pain often persists long after an injury has healed, potentially for months or even years. In chronic injury, nerve signals that were activ ..read more

Many women suffer from pain and discomfort during menstruation. And for those who prefer not to use pharmaceuticals or hormone treatments, it can feel like there is little help available and that menstrual discomfort is simply something to be accepted and endured.    Traditional Chinese Medicine (or TCM) takes a holistic approach to women’s health, viewing the body as an interconnected system rather than isolated parts and aiming to address the root causes of menstrual issues rather than just treating the symptoms.   Within just a couple of months of natural Chinese herbal treat ..read more

The term ‘obesity’ describes a person who is very overweight with excessive body fat. It’s currently a major health concern, particularly in western and developed countries, and one that’s growing every year – exacerbated by our increasingly sedentary lifestyles and the availability and reliance on high-calorie convenience foods. The NHS estimates that in the UK, around 1 in 4 adults and 1 in 5 children are currently clinically obese.  So why does it matter? Obesity can lead to a number of serious and potentially life-threatening illnesses, including type 2 diabetes, coronary he ..read more

Sleep is an important part of our physical health and mental wellbeing. It’s a time of rest and recuperation when our body repairs itself and our mind processes all the stimuli we receive during the day. We all know we’re supposed to get at least 8 hours sleep per night, yet most UK adults only average around 6. The increase of stressors and screen-time in modern life mean we’re getting less sleep than ever, and by falling out of sync with life’s natural cycles, we may be inadvertently causing havoc with our hormones and health. In this blog we’re looking at stress, sleep problems and some of ..read more

Spring is here. The days are getting longer, the first flowers are starting to blossom and it’s the ideal time to gently cleanse and detoxify the body. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the transition from winter to spring is an important moment to look at our overall health and see where we may need to make some changes – from making new plans for the upcoming year and adjusting our diet and lifestyle, to fortifying our body with herbal tonics and acupuncture.  This is especially true for people in their forties – another important time of transition when things naturally begin to s ..read more

The element of water is fundamental to life on earth. From it, life emerges. Water not only sustains plant and animal life but constitutes a major part of the human body. Through it, we pass from weakness to strength, from sickness to health and from this world into the next. Due to its life-giving properties, water is highly revered in spiritual traditions around the world, including in Celtic mysticism. The ancient Celts considered the places where water naturally emerged from the land, such as springs and wells, to be sacred. What is a well?  Wells are purpose-built shafts, or portals ..read more

Autoimmune diseases are a group of disorders in which the immune system starts to attack healthy tissues and organs. They often start during early childhood: a common pattern seen in babies is recurrent infections or allergic reactions. Repetitive rounds of antibiotics or steroids usually get rid of the problem, but typically only for a short time. In this case-study blog, I share the real-life example of my younger brother who has struggled with an autoimmune condition for many years. I witnessed how this condition started, evolved and degenerated over the years, and share some insights ..read more